Restaurant-Style Olive Oil and Balsamic Bread Dip
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 Servings
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Calories
288 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Restaurant-Style Olive Oil and Balsamic Bread Dip
Description
Combining half a cup of extra-virgin olive oil warmed gently with crushed and minced garlic allows the flavors to infuse without cooking the garlic. The warm oil is then transferred to a plate or shallow bowl and immediately sprinkled with oregano or Italian seasoning, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar to taste, and freshly ground black pepper.
This dip features a blend of smooth, fruity olive oil and tangy balsamic vinegar accented by the pungent garlic and herbal oregano, with the Parmesan adding subtle umami richness. The warming step intensifies the garlic aroma without harsh cooking.
It pairs well with hot crusty bread, ideal for dipping. The amounts for each ingredient are flexible according to taste, allowing customization for stronger garlic, more tang, or extra cheese. It offers a simple, flavorful accompaniment suitable as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil good quality
- 4-5 cloves garlic crushed and minced
- 2 tablespoons oregano or Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese fresh , finely grated
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar or to taste
- black pepper fresh, to taste, ground
- bread for dipping, crusty
Instructions
- Pour the olive oil into a small shallow pan. Set over medium-low heat.
- Add the minced garlic. Leave the oil and garlic over the heat just until it has warmed, (you are not cooking it, just warming) then pour the oil onto a deep plate or wide, shallow bowl.
- Immediately sprinkle with oregano, parmesan, balsamic vinegar, and black pepper.
- Serve with hot crusty bread! Prepare to abandon your dinner.
Notes
- Ingredient quantities can be adjusted freely to suit personal taste preferences for garlic, vinegar, and herbs.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 67mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 92IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 124mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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